Print

Crumbl Birthday Cake Cookies Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.7 from 73 reviews

These Crumbl Birthday Cake Cookies combine a soft and fluffy cake batter cookie base with a creamy, flavorful cake batter cream cheese frosting, topped with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch. Perfect for celebrations or anytime you crave a nostalgic sweet treat, these cookies offer the texture and taste of birthday cake in cookie form with a rich, smooth frosting.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake Batter Cookie Base

  • 1 1/2 cups (333g) salted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (345g) granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
  • 4 1/2 cups (684g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (54g) sprinkles, optional

Cake Batter Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter, softened
  • 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
  • 4 cups (428g) powdered sugar
  • Milk, to thin, if needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the cake batter flavoring until fully incorporated.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Gently fold in sprinkles if using.
  3. Shape and Bake: Using a large cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough into 3-ounce balls (about 1/4 cup each). Place them on the prepared baking sheets spaced about 3 inches apart as the cookies will spread. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underdone. Cookies will continue baking after removal from oven.
  4. Cool Completely: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling fully is important before frosting to prevent melting.
  5. Make the Frosting: While cookies cool, beat together the cream cheese and butter in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the cake batter flavoring and mix to combine. Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Thin frosting with milk one tablespoon at a time if necessary to reach spreadable consistency.
  6. Frost and Serve: Once cookies are completely cool, generously frost each cookie using an offset spatula or piping bag. The frosting should hold its shape but be easy to spread. Top with extra sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately or store appropriately.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the cookies soft and tender.
  • Cool cookies completely before frosting to prevent melting or sliding of frosting.
  • Milk can be added sparingly to adjust frosting thickness.
  • You can add extra sprinkles on top for more festive appearance.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator due to cream cheese frosting.

Keywords: birthday cake cookies, Crumbl copycat, cake batter cookies, cream cheese frosting, sprinkles cookie, soft cookies

Find it online: https://bakedbylisa.com/crumbl-birthday-cake-cookies-recipe/